Tazeeb Rajwani

Professor Tazeeb Rajwani is a Professor of International Business and Strategy at the University of Surrey, serving as Head of the Department of Strategy and International Business. He holds visiting roles at Cranfield School of Management and other institutions globally. His research focuses on corporate political activity, nonmarket strategy, and institutional voids, with a strong emphasis on multinational enterprises (MNEs) in emerging markets.

Education:

• BSc (Surrey)
• MA (Nottingham)
• PhD (Imperial College London)

Research Interests:

• Corporate Political Activity & Lobbying
• Nonmarket Strategy
• Political Risk Management
• Business-Government Relations
• Internationalisation of MNEs
• Environmental Sustainability

Articles Trends: Recent work explores MNE engagement with environmental sustainability, dynamic capabilities, and the interplay between political ties and firm performance. His studies often address institutional voids, regulatory complexity, and corporate governance in emerging economies.

Scientific Awards:

• Elsevier Citation Prize (2013)
• Fellowships: Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Chartered Management Institute (FCMI)

Advising and Grants: He has supervised numerous doctoral researchers and led grants on geopolitical strategy, nonmarket dynamics, and CSR. His advisory roles include boards at tech startups and investment firms. Collaborations span global institutions like UNCTAD and the World Economic Forum.

Labs/Teams: Active in research networks on nonmarket strategy and corporate governance, with partnerships in Kenya, Ghana, and Southeast Asia focusing on institutional challenges.